Hi, I'm Arielle Antonio, a strategic creative professional with over 10 years of experience developing compelling campaigns for mission-driven nonprofits and commercial brands across various industries including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and beverages. I specialize in translating complex narratives into accessible and engaging content both digitally and in traditional channels. I love managing cross-functional teams and creating visual storytelling that genuinely connects with audiences and drives organizational success. Currently based in Chicago, I enjoy collaborating across departments to craft integrated marketing strategies and innovative content solutions. My expertise includes email marketing, social media, video marketing, data analytics, and brand development. I am passionate about turning challenging concepts into creative and effective campaigns that resonate, educate, and inspire.

Arielle Antonio

Hi, I'm Arielle Antonio, a strategic creative professional with over 10 years of experience developing compelling campaigns for mission-driven nonprofits and commercial brands across various industries including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and beverages. I specialize in translating complex narratives into accessible and engaging content both digitally and in traditional channels. I love managing cross-functional teams and creating visual storytelling that genuinely connects with audiences and drives organizational success. Currently based in Chicago, I enjoy collaborating across departments to craft integrated marketing strategies and innovative content solutions. My expertise includes email marketing, social media, video marketing, data analytics, and brand development. I am passionate about turning challenging concepts into creative and effective campaigns that resonate, educate, and inspire.

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Hi, I’m Arielle Antonio, a strategic creative professional with over 10 years of experience developing compelling campaigns for mission-driven nonprofits and commercial brands across various industries including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and beverages. I specialize in translating complex narratives into accessible and engaging content both digitally and in traditional channels. I love managing cross-functional teams and creating visual storytelling that genuinely connects with audiences and drives organizational success.

Currently based in Chicago, I enjoy collaborating across departments to craft integrated marketing strategies and innovative content solutions. My expertise includes email marketing, social media, video marketing, data analytics, and brand development. I am passionate about turning challenging concepts into creative and effective campaigns that resonate, educate, and inspire.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Communications Coordinator at Chicago History Museum
January 1, 2023 - Present
Collaborated across teams to develop comprehensive marketing strategies for exhibitions and events. Led the Civic Season event series targeting Gen-Z with integrated campaigns including email, social media, influencers, OOH, and community partnerships. Increased 4th of July attendance by 15% year-over-year (2024). Developed custom AirTable dashboards for content planning and campaign tracking, improving team efficiency. Created branded zine-style templates to repurpose long-form blogs into engaging short content. Developed creative briefs and strategy decks for new social channels that translated complex historical narratives into accessible content for diverse audiences.
Visitor Services Associate at Chicago History Museum
December 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Enhanced visitor experience through strategic program support and community engagement initiatives. Managed ticketing operations and visitor data using Blackbaud Altru CRM, processing memberships, donations, and event registrations.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
September 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025
Provided strategic creative services to diverse clients in Chicago and Atlanta. Developed comprehensive brand identities and marketing materials for small businesses and nonprofits.
Designer at Dagger Agency
May 31, 2019 - July 9, 2025
Collaborated with creative directors and copywriters on integrated campaigns for clients across healthcare, insurance, nonprofits, and CPG industries. Developed pitch presentations and creative assets for digital, social, and web channels. Supported video production shoots acting as equipment coordinator, talent liaison, production assistant, and model.
Marketing Coordinator at Dagger Agency
October 31, 2018 - July 9, 2025
Coordinated office relocation for over 30 team members while maintaining uninterrupted client services. Assisted leadership with organizational initiatives, pitch preparations, internal branding, and agency operations. Provided cross-departmental support covering account management, strategy, analytics, and creative teams. Supported photography and video shoots as client liaison and logistics coordinator.
Marketing Assistant at KEH Camera
October 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025
Conducted A/B testing for landing and checkout pages using HotJar, improving UX design and conversion rates. Generated analytics reports via Google Analytics to track multi-channel campaigns across email, social media, and web traffic. Collaborated on promotional campaigns, influencer partnerships, and brand awareness efforts. Established and managed a video production internship program creating YouTube reviews to increase brand awareness with students and Reddit audiences. Delivered quarterly trend analysis reports for stakeholder strategic planning.
Graphic Designer/Photographer at KEH Camera
September 30, 2015 - July 9, 2025
Produced over 100 high-quality product photographs weekly for e-commerce and marketing use. Designed integrated email campaigns, social media content, print materials, and advertising assets. Directed and styled photo shoots for multi-channel marketing campaigns across digital and print media.

Education

Associate Degree at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare, Consumer Goods